Curious about EMIRATI culture? (Cultural Center in Dubai)

The Sheikh Mohammed Center for Cultural Understanding (SMCCU) in Dubai is a fantastic place to learn about Emirati culture. The cultural center is in the Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood in Dubai. The building for the cultural center is in a wind tower house. We sat in the majlis (sitting place in the house where the host welcomes guests). It was beautifully decorated with colorful carpets and pillows. The cultural lunch program consisted of questions and answers with a local Emirati as well as lunch. For the traditional Emirati lunch. we ate (chicken biryani, machboos (spiced chicken and rice), saloona (traditional stew from the UAE), and my favorite Emirati dessert - luqaimats (fried dough with date syrup). We were also given gahwa (Arabic coffee). We learned about the traditions of gahwa and how to let the host know that you are finished with your coffee. The presenter was from Dubai, so she was able to discuss the changes that Dubai has gone through in her lifetime. It was a fun, interactive, and informative question and answer session. We learned a lot of information at the cultural center and would highly recommend it. In addition to cultural lunches, the center also offers cultural breakfast and dinner programs.
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Travel Vlog #10 | Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Filmed July 2020
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Please show us the nature and geography of Dubai, had enough of sky scrapers

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We're planning to go to Hatta soon, so we will be able to showcase the beautiful mountains. Stay tuned for that vlog next week.

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Let us know in the comments if you have any questions about our visit to the SMCCU. Thanks for watching!

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Thanks Ali and Holly for wonderful video

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We're so glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you!

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Awesome guys :)

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Thank you man! Appreciate it! :)

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Awesomeness, I enjoyed learning a bit about the culture. Keep up the great work guys!!

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Thank you so much!

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Number 10!!! Great stuff guys - no eggs on your biryani plate Ali, hahaha. Keep these coming 👍

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First milestone done! Many more to come! Eggs are still not on the horizon. haha